CDABP OUTREACH WITH ELECTED OFFICIALS
He said , “ Too often , I see that all of the procurement opportunities that we have tend to go to a small number of very large businesses , and a lot of times , they are not even in Southern California . So , to me , it just doesn ’ t make sense that the City of Los Angeles gives so many of our tax dollars to businesses in North Carolina that could be coming to businesses in North Hollywood instead . It ’ s been a big priority of mine to turn that around .”
In order to expand opportunities for small and diverse contractors , Council President Krekorian collaborated with the City Council to create Compete for LA , which aims to level the playing field for local businesses that can support the region ’ s major sports , entertainment , and cultural events . He urged attendees to take advantage of the new opportunities presented by Compete for LA and those provided by CDABP in the construction industry . “ Let ’ s make this an opportunity for inspiration and engagement , and together , let ’ s build a better future for small contractors ,” said Councilmember Krekorian .
Barbara McGee , the CEO of Barbold Services LLC , shared her experience as a contractor with the CDABP . She explained how the program has helped her business grow and provided a real-life example of its effectiveness . Praising the City of Los Angeles for their commitment to supporting small and diverse contractors and fighting for their success , she said , “ What I ’ ve recognized as a business owner and in working with Merriwether and Williams in the CDABP is that Los Angeles , unlike any other city , is pulling for us to be successful and give small businesses an opportunity to participate in procurement . That is what we need as small business owners ,”
She encouraged other contractors to enroll in the CDABP , stating that it offers valuable resources and opportunities to help businesses become competitive in the industry . She commended the program for its effectiveness and thanked the City of Los Angeles for its commitment to supporting small and diverse businesses . This workshop can be viewed online .
“ Navigating LA County and Metro Contracting Opportunities ,” with Los Angeles County Supervisor and Metro Board Member Janice Hahn
On November 1 , 2023 , Los Angeles County Supervisor and Metro Board Member Janice Hahn co-hosted a virtual workshop with Merriwether and Williams Insurance Services ( MWIS ) entitled , “ Navigating LA County and Metro Contracting Opportunities .” As a component of the Los Angeles Regional Contactor Development and Bonding Program ( CDABP ), which MWIS administers on behalf of the City of Los Angeles , LA Metro , and the
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